# Erasmus Darwin House, Lichfield — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Step into the former home of inventor, physician and poet Erasmus Darwin, where accessible exhibits reveal the fascinating life of this 18th-century polymath and grandfather of Charles Darwin. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/lichfield/attractions/erasmus-darwin-house (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # Erasmus Darwin House Beacon Street [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12477475078425918714&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Cath](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109333202009765242720) **In short:** Erasmus Darwin House is a museum in Lichfield, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 422 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Erasmus Darwin House Step into the former home of inventor, physician and poet Erasmus Darwin, where accessible exhibits reveal the fascinating life of this 18th-century polymath and grandfather of Charles Darwin. ## What's nearby - Lichfield Registration Office next door - Lichfield Cathedral next door - Ego Lichfield 150m away - Lichfield Cathedral School 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [M](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116901001700258295438/reviews) ★★★★★ A very interesting little museum to visit, Staff are friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. There are public toilets. A really nice herb garden. Lots of information regarding Eramus Darwins life, he was an amazingly clever man, ahead of his time. There us £5 entrance fee, we'll worth it · via Google [Brad Hebert](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110252744919836765480/reviews) ★★★★★ Amazing! So much to see and learn in this historic house. The staff was very nice and told me so many amazing stories about Erasmus Darwin and his home. This was a top highlight of my trip. · via Google [Eve C](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101338740015887303549/reviews) ★★★★★ We visited on Easter Monday and were immediately charmed by the beauty of the garden and warm welcome of the staff. Lots of informative and engaging displays throughout the museum. I was particularly taken by the 18th-century dress-up (as is my weakness…) and it was lovely to see that the growing collection of the library has been made available to researchers. Local talks and events are advertised in the gift shop. Recommend a trip— the House is located opposite Lichfield Cathedral so you can easily visit one after the other as we did! · via Google [Sam Mitchell](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101661735282988103433/reviews) ★★★★★ Interesting museum, friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable lady on reception. They're have a dress up room too, which was fun · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4870a7864083aaf1:0xad28e579af5dbcfa!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this museum offers fascinating insights into Erasmus Darwin's life and work, with engaging, informative displays and fun activities like period dress-up. They also highlight the friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable staff. Guests mention the reasonable entrance fee and the well-maintained public toilets. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Beacon Street, Lichfield, WS13 7AD [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.6849727%2C-1.8326159) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (422 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Lichfield [More attractions in Lichfield](https://staycation.co.uk/lichfield/attractions) ★ 4.7 (422 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.erasmusdarwin.org/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01543 306260](tel:01543306260) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Lichfield **Postcode** WS13 7AD **Plus Code** 9C4WM5M8+XX [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4870a7864083aaf1:0xad28e579af5dbcfa!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4870a7864083aaf1:0xad28e579af5dbcfa!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4870a7864083aaf1:0xad28e579af5dbcfa!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Lichfield Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Erasmus Darwin House is best for ages 4+. ### Is Erasmus Darwin House wheelchair accessible? Erasmus Darwin House has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### How do I contact Erasmus Darwin House? 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